Authorities report that a Harley Davidson being driven by Joseph Reaves did not have a working headlight when it was struck by another vehicle late Saturday afternoon.  The crash took place on Route MM in Jefferson County and involved an Acura operated by 33 year-old Amy Terry of House Springs Missouri.  The motorcycle crash caused serious injury to Reaves, who was ejected from his Harley upon impact.  Reaves was then transported to St. Anthony's Medical Center for emergency treatment.  His passenger, 49 year-old Karen Cole, was also injured and transported to the same hospital as Reaves.

Many motorcycle owners have enjoyed the unseasonably warm November weather this year.  As a result, there have been a considerable number of Missouri motorcycle accident claims filed late in the riding season.  Motorcycle collisions cause some of the most devastating injuries that our injury attorneys see on a regular basis.  The level of catastrophic injuries has further increased since Missouri repealed the state helmet law for persons over 18 years of age.  Traumatic brain injuries can result from failure to wear a helmet, even in motorcycle accidents involving low speed impacts. 

If you have been injured in a motorcycle crash it is critical to evaluate all avenues of recovery for your personal injury claim.  Recovery may include liability insurance, uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage, medical payments coverage, or even a homeowner's policy. Contact a Missouri motorcycle accident attorney at Schultz Legal Group by calling (314) 448-0934 for an immediate case evaluation.